Ancient Romans
Definition
The Ancient Romans were the people from the city of Rome in Italy who created a vast empire across Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia from 753 BC to 476 AD. They are known for their advancements in law, government, engineering, and arts.
Analogy
Think of the Ancient Romans like a successful sports team. Just as a sports team influences tactics, styles of play and sets records that future teams try to emulate or surpass, the Ancient Romans set many standards in various fields that later civilizations tried to match or exceed.
Related terms
Roman Republic: This was the period from 509–27 BC where Rome was governed by elected officials. It's like student council elections at school - representatives are chosen by their peers to make decisions on behalf of everyone.
Pax Romana: A period of relative peace and stability throughout the Roman Empire lasting from 27 BC to AD 180. Imagine it as summer vacation when there's no homework stress and everything is calm and peaceful.
Roman Law: The legal system established by ancient Rome regulating its citizens' lives. It's similar to your school rules which govern behavior within school premises.
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